Patrick Cannon sworn in as Charlotte mayor CHARLOTTE, N.C. – New Mayor Patrick Cannon was officially sworn into office Monday night and, in a one-on-one interview with NBC Charlotte, said he intends to usher out the days of “Great State of Mecklenburg” -- a phrase often used to describe Charlotte’s perceived power in North Carolina. His statement might sound odd coming from the city’s new leader but Cannon said the go-it-alone approach ...
Dec. 3, 2013 - WCNC Charlotte